User Manual

Introduction
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Introduction
Manual Overview
This manual provides basic information for the implantation and use
of the Advanced Bionics
®
Lead Model SC-2108 and Lead Extension
Model SC-3108. These products are designed to be percutaneously or
surgically implanted for use with the Precision
TM
Spinal Cord Stimu-
lation (SCS) System to aid in the management of chronic intractable
pain. Information on other system components and their operation can
be found in the BionicNavigator
TM
Software Guide.
General surgical guidelines are presented for temporary and perma-
nent implantation of leads and extensions.
Product Description
Lead
The lead functions as a component of the Precision system by deliver-
ing electrical stimulation to the nerve structures in the dorsal aspect of
the spinal cord, resulting in an inhibition of pain sensation.
Model SC-2108 has eight electrode contacts located near the distal
end. Each contact is 3 mm in length and is spaced 1 mm from the
adjacent contact. The lead body is made of medical grade polyure-
thane with a stiffer proximal end to aid insertion into the connector.
To aid in intraoperative testing and positioning, a curved stylet is pre-